{"id":269305,"date":"2025-07-03T04:58:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T04:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/blog\/?p=269305"},"modified":"2025-07-03T04:58:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T04:58:05","slug":"getting-started-with-python-installation-and-setup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/blog\/getting-started-with-python-installation-and-setup\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Started with Python: Installation and Setup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With Python everywhere, from Netflix recommendation systems to fraud detection systems in finance, it\u2019s a tool that is fueling our tech-heavy world. It stands out in science, automation, and artificial intelligence; among other fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One particular reason for Python being liked across the spectrum is its easy to learn, uncomplicated syntax. Regardless of whether you want to analyze market trends, optimize business processes, or just explore coding a bit, Python is the best place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On that note, before you get started writing your first Python program, there is the one most important preparation &#8211; getting Python installed and configured correctly on your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure how to install Python?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s help you out!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll walk you through exactly how to install Python on Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu, without any prerequisites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you\u2019re planning to apply your skills in finance, analytics, or tech, you\u2019re in luck because several state-of-the-art <a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/postgraduate-financial-analysis-program\/\">data science courses<\/a> are designed to teach Python with hands-on, industry-relevant projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get your Python environment up and running!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Install Python on Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can install Python on Windows quickly and without any hassle:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Head to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.python.org\/downloads\/windows\/\"> python.org\/downloads<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the latest Python 3.x release.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run the installer, and don\u2019t forget to check the box that says:<br><br>\u00a0 <strong>\u201cAdd Python to PATH\u201d<\/strong><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose \u201cInstall Now\u201d and let it finish.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you could also use the MIcrosoft Store to install Python. This is a simpler method for personal devices, and ensures automatic updates for your Python installation. Just search for \u201cPython\u201d in the Store, install, and confirm with the following code on powershell. If python installation has been successful, you\u2019ll see the version number:<br><br><em>python &#8211;version<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve installed Python on Windows, the next thing is to get an IDE, which is basically the environment on which you run your Python scripts. For starters, you can begin with visual code, using the following steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install Visual Studio Code (VS Code):\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download from<a href=\"https:\/\/code.visualstudio.com\/\"> code.visualstudio.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install and open it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add Python Support to VS Code:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open VS Code<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for Python<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the official extension by Microsoft<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick Your Python Interpreter:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press Ctrl+Shift+P to open the Command Palette<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type \u201cPython: Select Interpreter\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the one labeled with the version you just installed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you have the Python installation and IDE set up completed in Windows. To verify this, run a basic program.&nbsp; Open the terminal in VS Code (Ctrl + backtick or View &gt; Terminal) and type:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>python<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should see the Python prompt (&gt;&gt;&gt;). Now try typing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>print(&#8220;Hello, Python!&#8221;)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll see the string printed back on the console! You did it. You\u2019re officially writing Python on Windows!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s see how we can install Python in macOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch: Installing Python | Python Programming | Tutorials on Python &#8211; Imarticus.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"X9JSDoHAHok\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Install Python in Mac (macOS)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing Python on macOS is just as simple as how to install Python in Windows, but with a few mac-specific steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Start by check if Python is already installed. macOS often comes with Python 2.x pre-installed. For that, open terminal and type:<br><br><em>python3 &#8211;version<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see a 3.x version, you may already have it.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Install Homebrew (If Needed)<br>If you want better control over versions, first install Homebrew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Install Python via Homebrew<br>Once Homebrew is set up, type:<br><br><em>brew <\/em><em>install python<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Verify It Works<br><br>python3 &#8211;version<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get the Python version printed, congratulations\u2014you now have Python running on your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s understand how to install Python in Ubuntu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Install Python Ubuntu (Linux)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Ubuntu OS comes preinstalled with Python. However, you need to ensure you have the altes installation in place. For that:.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Update the List of Available Packages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Press Ctrl + Alt + T to get your Terminal on. Then, run the following command to refresh your package list.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>sudo apt update<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This command fetches updates for your package manager without installing them yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Upgrade Existing Packages<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Run the following command to upgrade your existing software:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>sudo apt upgrade<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will bring all installed packages on your system up to date, reducing compatibility issues during the Python installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Install Python in Ubuntu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you&#8217;re ready to install Python. Change the version number as per your requirement, in the example we\u2019ve used version 3.10:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>sudo apt install python3.10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you\u2019ll quickly and seamlessly download and install the specified Python version on your. To check whether it has been done successfully, type:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>python3.10 &#8211;version<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should now see a message displaying the installed version of Python.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that, you have successfully learnt how to install Python on Ubuntu, along with installing Python on Mac and Windows.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch:<\/strong> PYTHON for Beginners: Learn Python Programming from Scratch (Step-by-Step) | Module 01<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"7zc0yz2q1vc\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The installation process for Python is complete so now you can start learning its functions. But where should you begin?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Python serves as the perfect partner for people who want to analyze financial trends or forecast markets or begin a career in data science. It is essential to select a program which delivers Python education through practical real-world financial analysis applications in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/postgraduate-financial-analysis-program\/\">This data science course<\/a> teaches Python fundamentals through Python fundamentals and their application in finance-focused learning environments. Developed by <a href=\"https:\/\/imarticus.org\/\">Imarticus Learning<\/a>, the course is for people who want to eventually build a solid career in data science and analytics, starting from the very foundations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. 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